Archive for September, 2016
Court: 54-Year-Old Denies Prowling & Assault
Appearing in Magistrates Court, a 54-year-old man was granted bail after he denied multiple charges. The Crown alleged that in September, Gerald Smith had prowled about a residence and had unlawfully assaulted a woman. Smith was also charged with, on another date in September, had unlawfully assaulted another woman and had caused her bodily harm; unlawfully... Read more of this article
KPMG: Lightowler To Retire, Morrison Appointed
KPMG in Bermuda today [September 29] announced that Richard Lightowler, Managing Director and the firm’s Head of Insurance will be retiring from the firm effective December 31, 2016, and that Mike Morrison will take over as Head of Insurance practice from October 1, 2016. Mr. Lightowler joined the firm in 1993, rising quickly through the ranks to... Read more of this article
Immigration Forum On Mixed Status Families
The Consultative Immigration Reform Working Group said they would like to thank all those who attended last night’s information session, and also said that there will be follow up sessions to further discuss the information presented last night and to form a consensus on the recommendation to the Government. These follow up sessions will take place: Tuesday,... Read more of this article
‘Celebrating Wellness’ Focuses On Men & Boys
The sixth annual Celebrating Wellness event was held by the Ministry of Health and Seniors at City Hall car park yesterday [Sept 28], focusing on a theme of ‘Men’s and Boy’s Health.’ A spokesperson said, “Men and boys face different health and wellbeing concerns than women and girls. There is an ongoing, increasing and... Read more of this article
AlumiGlas Expands Operations With New Facility
Local company AlumiGlas has expanded operations to a 3,700 ft. facility at 15 Cox’s Hill, with the move “beginning as a dream and developing into reality.” A spokesperson said, “In 2005, George Tatem, put his 38 years of experience in glazing and glass installations into a business model. George Tatem decided to start AlumiGlas [Commercial... Read more of this article
Minister Fahy’s Trip To Texas, Aruba & NY: $4.8K
A trip in July 2016 by Minister Michael Fahy to Texas, Aruba and New York cost $4,863.90, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from Sunday, July 17, 2016 – Friday, July 22, 2016, and the web page listing said: Monday, 18 July – Dallas, Texas, Meeting with Officials of American... Read more of this article
HSBC To Invest $3M In Harbourview & Compass
Saying that they have a “very successful business in Bermuda,” HSBC Bermuda said they “will be investing in the region of USD3.0 million in the Harbourview Centre and Compass Point properties.” Mark Watkinson, HSBC Bermuda’s CEO, said: “We have a very successful business in Bermuda. This can be attributed to the strong... Read more of this article
BCB Receives Deutsche Bank Payments Award
Bermuda Commercial Bank Limited [BCB], has received the 2015 Deutsche Bank payments award for the “exceptional quality of payment messages” to Deutsche Bank’s Global Transaction Banking Operations unit for payments in euros during the 2015 fiscal year. A spokesperson said, “Last year, BCB processed approximately $30 billion in total payments... Read more of this article
Court: Man Pleads Guilty To Cannabis Charge
Appearing in Magistrates Court, a man, who is currently in custody on another matter, pleaded guilty to possessing 0.45 grams of cannabis in February 2016. Following a high-speed chase for which he was later convicted, Police had caught up with Zikai Cann. On searching him, Police found the cannabis in Cann’s pants pocket. Magistrate Khamisi Tokunbo... Read more of this article
Princess Beach Club Celebrates Oktoberfest
Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has announced that, in celebration of Oktoberfest, the world’s largest beer festival, Princess Beach Club will host a themed buffet today [Sept 29] and tomorrow [Sept 30] from 6.30pm until 10.00pm. The Oktoberfest dinner buffet is $75 plus gratuities and will feature typical Bavarian specialties like Bavarian Beef... Read more of this article
Nordic American To Move Domicile To Bermuda
Nordic American Offshore Ltd. announced it will move its corporate domicile from the Marshall Islands to Bermuda. “Effective September 27, 2016, the Company’s common shares will commence trading under new CUSIP number G65772108 [a company identification number],” the company said. The Nao Fighter, one of Nordic American Offshore’s... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: Spirit Of Bermuda Morning Rally
In an effort to boost awareness of their upcoming anniversary event at Albuoy’s Point, the Bermuda Sloop Foundation held a rally at East Broadway this morning [Sept 29]. The rally saw a group of students, parents, staff, and supporters on East Broadway with boat flags, posters, and Spirit of Bermuda shirts on hand. Another rally will be held... Read more of this article
